Dua E Safar in Hindi Translation (Dua for Travelling)

سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَـٰذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ

(Quran, Surah Az-Zukhruf (43:13-14))

Hindi Translation

When, Where, and How Much to Recite

When to Recite:
- Before Starting the Journey: Ideally, recite the dua before starting the journey, such as when boarding a vehicle (car, train, plane, etc.).
- Upon Entering a New Place: Some people also recite supplications for safety upon entering a new city or town.
Where to Recite:
- Anywhere before the journey begins: It can be recited at home, in the vehicle, or at the departure point.
How Much to Recite:
- Once: Typically, the dua is recited once before starting the journey.

Background

Purpose:
- Seeking Allah’s Protection: The primary purpose is to seek Allah’s protection and guidance during the journey.
- Acknowledgement of Allah’s Power: It acknowledges Allah’s power and control over all things, including the means of transportation.
- Reliance on Allah: It emphasizes reliance on Allah for safety and well-being during the journey.
Encouragement from the Prophet:
- While there may not be a specific hadith explicitly mentioning this particular dua, the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) encouraged Muslims to seek protection from Allah at all times, including during travel.

Hadith / Quranic Reference

Quran:
- Surah Az-Zukhruf (43:13-14): “Subhanalladhi sakh-khara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.”
  - Translation: “Glory to Him who has subjected this to us, and we ourselves were not capable of it. And verily, to our Lord, we are returning.”
Hadith:
- The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) encouraged seeking refuge in Allah through supplications before embarking on any journey.